2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Logan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |